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SUMMARY:The Different Types of Solicitations in Government Contracting
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to learn about the different types of solicitations in government contracting. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nThis webinar will discuss the 3 general solicitation types: Request for Quotes (RFQ)\, Invitation for Bid (IFB)\, and Requests for Proposals (RFP). The webinar will identify the more significant elements of each type\, what the government procures under each type and what a firm must know and understand if they intend to compete. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-different-types-of-solicitations-in-government-contracting/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210513T100000
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women Monthly Meeting
DESCRIPTION:We will be joined by Sylvia D. Argueta ADD\, U.S. Department of Labor\, Wage and Hour Division to discuss Family First Relief Act. \n  \n Sylvia Argueta is the Assistant District Director for the US Department of Labor – Wage and Hour Division\, Las Vegas District Office. She is entering her eleventh year of federal service with the agency\, having started her career in West Covina\, CA as an investigator\, eventually transferring to the Los Angeles District Office as the Community Outreach and Resource Planning Specialist.  Sylvia has worked on a variety of cases involving minimum wage\, overtime\, record keeping\, and child labor violations under the Fair Labor Standards Act. She has also conducted investigations involving other Acts enforced by the Wage and Hour Division such as the Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA)\, Migrant and Seasonal Worker Protection Act (MSPA)\, Davis Bacon (DBRA) and the Service Contract Act (SCA). She has been the recipient of several Wage and Hour awards and regional recognitions throughout her career. Sylvia was born and raised in Los Angeles\, CA and graduated from Beverly Hills High School and holds a Bachelor of Arts in Sociology from the University of California\, Santa Barbara. \nThis series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Nevada Small Business Development Center\, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center. \n**Your information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner\, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/strengthening-entrepreneurial-women-monthly-meeting/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T170000
DTSTAMP:20210326T155607Z
CREATED:20210316T210132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T155607Z
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SUMMARY:Y ahora\, ¿cómo vendo yo mi producto? Marketing en Pijama. Curso de Marketing avanzado. Parte 2
DESCRIPTION:Branding. Qué es el Branding. Cómo construir una marca sólida y confiable. \nMónica Marful es Co-Fundadora y CEO de Fredesvinto LLC y Consultora Senior de Marketing y Comunicación desde su consultoría monicamarful.wordpress.com. Además es especialista en venta en online marketplaces con más de 10 años de experiencia.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/como-carajo-vendo-mi-producto-marketing-en-pijama-curso-de-marketing-avanzado-parte-2/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210512T130000
DTSTAMP:20210419T174621Z
CREATED:20210419T174621Z
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SUMMARY:Business Canvas Model 101
DESCRIPTION:The Business Model Canvas was proposed by Alexander Osterwalder in 2005 and is still a valuable building block for any entrepreneur. The Business Model Canvas will help you better describe\, visualize\, assess\, and pivot your business. Let’s move your business plan from a napkin to the Business Model Canvas and to fruition. Learn more about the nine boxes within the model and how to use this tool to best serve you. \n  \nTony Drexel Smith is a Managing Director at US Capital Global specializing in due diligence and underwriting. Mr. Smith has over 25 years of business development experience\, serving an average of 50 clients annually across 22 industries. Throughout his career\, Mr. Smith has focused on serving small to medium enterprise business owners\, start-up entrepreneurs and the business capital community by developing and executing professional-grade business finance documentation\, venture underwriting services and valuations. Mr. Smith is the author of several business development books. He is a veteran of foreign wars\, USMC 1988-1993\, during which he earned numerous commendations\, awards\, ribbons\, and medals. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/business-canvas-model-101/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210510T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210510T190000
DTSTAMP:20210426T180154Z
CREATED:20210426T174727Z
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SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series
DESCRIPTION:Session #1 5/10/21 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM (PDT)\nSession #2 5/11/21 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM (PDT)\nSession #3 5/12/21 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM (PDT)\nSession #4 5/13/21 5:00 PM- 7:00 PM (PDT ) \nIn collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, we are hosting a series of free live online classes for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. This series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. Due to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 30 participants will be accepted. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy series takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. You are expected to attend all four sessions. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/etsy-craft-entrepreneurship-series/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210506T140000
DTSTAMP:20210322T223940Z
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SUMMARY:Digital Accessibility: Timing is Everything\, and the Time Is Now
DESCRIPTION:While the pandemic has highlighted the need for inclusive digital experiences\, accessible design has never been more important to more than 60 million disabled Americans – our neighbors\, family members and colleagues — who experience some form of impairment. \nIf your website isn’t accessible to people with disabilities\, it isn’t just in violation of legislation like the ADA — it’s turning away millions of potential customers: \n\nHearing-impaired\nElderly\nVisually-impaired\nEpileptic\nMotion-related disabilities\n\nGlobally\, 15% of the world’s population — 1 billion people — experience some form of disability. This statistic is especially important when you consider the potential spending power of people with disabilities – an estimated $490 billion in the U.S. alone per year. \nAs business leaders\, entrepreneurs and members of the community\, the challenges that exist for disabled consumers have become opportunities for us to serve them. \nIn this workshop\, you’ll learn: \n\nHistory of the American Disabilities Act\nAdditional Laws and regulations\nLegal precedence\nWhat to do if you receive a demand letter\nWhat Accessibility levels do you really need\nUnlocking potential with ADA Accessibility\n\n  \nLed by Don McCoole\, vice president of sales engineering\, this is a presentation all businesses with a website don’t want to miss! \nA former U.S. Air Force Captain\, Don leads the pre- and post-sales technical support\, implementation\, and client success teams for Ntooitive Digital’s technology sales division. Previously\, he was senior director of solutions consulting and client success at NS8. Don’s extensive background in building\, growing and leading world-class tech teams is instrumental to supporting Ntooitive’s continued growth. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/digital-accessibility-timing-is-everything-and-the-time-is-now/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210505T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210505T170000
DTSTAMP:20210326T155518Z
CREATED:20210316T205955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210326T155518Z
UID:10000341-1620230400-1620234000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Y ahora\, ¿cómo vendo yo mi producto? Marketing en Pijama. Curso de Marketing avanzado. Parte 1
DESCRIPTION:La Estrategia. Cómo crear el mejor Plan de Marketing para tu negocio. Principios básicos del Marketing Mix. Cómo crear tu propia estrategia de Marketing. \nMónica Marful es Co-Fundadora y CEO de Fredesvinto LLC y Consultora Senior de Marketing y Comunicación desde su consultoría monicamarful.wordpress.com. Además es especialista en venta en online marketplaces con más de 10 años de experiencia.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/como-carajo-vendo-mi-producto-marketing-en-pijama-curso-de-marketing-avanzado-parte-1/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T160000
DTSTAMP:20210212T193057Z
CREATED:20210212T193057Z
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SUMMARY:Talleres de Marketing Que Funcionan Para Su Negocio- El Poder De La Plataforma
DESCRIPTION:La tercera parte de esta serie le enseñará cómo optimizar las comunicaciones digitales para llegar a nuevos clientes y existentes\, de una manera auténtica. La forma en que sus clientes consumen su información ha cambiado con el tiempo debido a la explosión de las redes sociales y cómo está integrada en nuestra vida cotidiana. Sin embargo\, no todas las plataformas son iguales y para las empresas\, es fundamental comprender el valor que cada plataforma digital puede ofrecer a su negocio. Cubriremos las principales plataformas de redes sociales y las mejores prácticas para Facebook\, Twitter\, Instagram\, Tik Tok también las plataformas más nuevas como Club House. Finalmente cubriremos otras estrategias de comunicación digital para llegar a sus clientes ideales.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/talleres-de-marketing-que-funcionan-para-su-negocio-el-poder-de-la-plataforma/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210415T110000
DTSTAMP:20210303T214245Z
CREATED:20210303T214245Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T214245Z
UID:10000339-1618480800-1618484400@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Grow with Google - Get Your Local Business on Google Search and Maps
DESCRIPTION:Learn about Google My Business\, a free tool for local businesses who want to connect with customers on Google Search and Maps. \nIn this session you’ll learn how to: \n\nCreate or claim your Business Profile on Google\nManage your business info across Google Search and Maps\nUse Google My Business to connect with potential customers\nCreate a free website using the info from your Business Profile\n\nLed by Pamela Starr\, a professional trainer for Grow with Google\, this is a presentation all small business owners should attend. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/grow-with-google-get-your-local-business-on-google-search-and-maps/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210413T120000
DTSTAMP:20210212T185504Z
CREATED:20210212T185504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T185504Z
UID:10000312-1618311600-1618315200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Your Investment in Social Media Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Many Nevada small businesses have had to pivot towards an increased social media presence since the start of the pandemic. Since that time\, optimizing your social media presence to achieve your business goals has become increasingly difficult. \nKnowing what to post\, how much of it and when can be daunting. \nAs social media evolves\, two things remain constant: storytelling and genuine connection are invaluable for growing a business online. \nKaitlin and Kyle Young\, owners of Electrikk Digital\, will discuss how small businesses can better connect with their target audiences via social media. \nTopics of discussion will include: \n\nWhich social media platforms will help you achieve your business goals?\nWhat is the value of storytelling\, and how do you do it well using a short-form digital space?\nWhen should you hire a social media manager\, and what are your options?\nHow do you maximize your relationship with your social media manager?\n\n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/electrify-your-investment-in-social-media-marketing/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210408T100000
DTSTAMP:20210322T190328Z
CREATED:20210322T190328Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210322T190328Z
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SUMMARY:Strengthening Entrepreneurial Women-Developing Loyal Brand Champions: Establishing REALationships With Your Customers
DESCRIPTION:Join us to learn more about developing loyal brand champions through REALationships with your customers from Tiara Flynn from Sumnu Marketing LLC. \nTiara Flynn is the majority owner and CEO for Sumnu Marketing LLC. Sumnu Marketing is a marketing firm that specifically focuses on the marketing process and branding intangibles for small business owners and entrepreneurs. Sumnu follows the foundation of its very own 12 Steps of Marketing\, a process designed to walk business owners through the complete marketing process. \nThis series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Nevada Small Business Development Center\, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center. \n**Your information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner\, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/strengthening-entrepreneurial-women-developing-loyal-brand-champions-establishing-realationships-with-your-customers/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210407T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210407T150000
DTSTAMP:20210205T192223Z
CREATED:20210205T192223Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T192223Z
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SUMMARY:Website Design: First E-Impressions are Important!
DESCRIPTION:Your website could be the first and last impression you leave on potential customers. Is your website aesthetically pleasing? Is it easy for a customer to purchase from you in a few clicks? We will review design concepts and content structure to build an effective website and discuss how to fit it into your overall digital marketing content plan. We will also cover the essential free tools for monitoring and managing your website’s health. Finally\, we touch on designing your own website vs. hiring a professional web designer\, and review web design platforms and hosting options. This workshop is a general overview with some takeaway tips to improve your website\, but not a full step-by-step tutorial. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/website-design-first-e-impressions-are-important/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Digital Marketing,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210406T100000
DTSTAMP:20210120T232721Z
CREATED:20210120T232721Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T232721Z
UID:10000274-1617699600-1617703200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Understanding Contractor Quality Control
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to better understand contractor quality control. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nIf there is one area of federal contracting critical to a firm’s ability to not only acquire large value contracts but also perform successfully\, it is the firm’s Quality Control program. This webinar will define and discuss quality control (QC) and the various QC program levels the government imposes on firms. The webinar will also address the significance associated with a firm’s QC program and how the program permeates the entire business structure. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/understanding-contractor-quality-control/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210331T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210331T153000
DTSTAMP:20210212T182100Z
CREATED:20210212T182100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T182100Z
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SUMMARY:Start Smart
DESCRIPTION:With all the factors to consider when building a business\, knowing where to start your planning isn’t always obvious. It can be tempting to take a leap of faith and launch before vetting your business idea properly. To save yourself time and money\, we encourage you to Start Smart by attending this webinar on evaluating the potential of your idea before jumping into business. \nAnyone who is looking to start a business or has opened one recently is invited to attend this 90-minute virtual class on how to start your business off on the right foot. Attendees will learn about the critical first steps in starting a business and gain the knowledge they need to be successful business owners. Agenda items will include: \n• Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?\n• Business Plan with a Purpose\n• What “Problem” Does Your Business Solve?\n• Who Are Your Customers?\n• Who Are Your Competitors?\n• What’s Your Industry?\n• What are the Risks?\n• Is Your Idea Profitable? \n  \nPresented by: Jake Carrico\, Business Advisor\, Small Business Development Center\, and Tamera Brown\, Business Advisor\, Small Business Development Center \n\nJake Carrico has worked with the Nevada SBDC since 2013. He currently works out of the Reno office\, where he assists startups and existing small businesses with preparing business plans\, preparing financial projections\, buying and selling businesses\, analyzing their historical financial statements\, performing market research\, creating marketing strategies\, and navigating the startup process. Jake holds a BS in Economics and Finance along with an MBA from the University of Nevada\, Reno.\n\nTamera Brown has been a business advisor with the Nevada SBDC since 2010 and enjoys working with rural businesses and tribes. Tamera graduated with a MBA with a specialization in Marketing from Regis University in 2015. She possesses outstanding communication and organizational skills and enjoys collaborating with others to assist businesses. She is married with two daughters and two granddaughters in Colorado. When not counseling\, Tamera loves to garden and enjoys white water rafting.\n\n\n\n\nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/start-smart-5/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T160000
DTSTAMP:20210212T192725Z
CREATED:20210212T192725Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T192725Z
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SUMMARY:Talleres de Marketing Que Funcionan Para Su Negocio- Descubre Tu Marca
DESCRIPTION:Cada negocio tiene una identidad de marca con una historia única\, un propósito\, un mensaje que conecta con sus clientes para que continúen comprando sus productos o servicios en marcha. Las empresas que lo hacen bien pueden tener un éxito sostenible. Tales como las marcas Coca Cola o Cafe Bustelo\, etc. se hayan consolidado en la vida de las personas\, y eso es un resultado directo de mensaje constante para conectarse con sus clientes. La segunda parte de esta serie le ayudará a comprender los elementos que son único de su marca y cómo pueden ser utilizados\, sus propuestas de venta para llamar la atención de sus clientes\, crear asociaciones y expandir su alcance comercial.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/talleres-de-marketing-que-funcionan-para-su-negocio-descubre-tu-marca/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210325T143000
DTSTAMP:20210212T184034Z
CREATED:20210212T184034Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T184034Z
UID:10000311-1616677200-1616682600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Managing Cash Flow
DESCRIPTION:Knowing how much cash is coming in and out of your business is vital to meeting your financial obligations now and for your future success. Join us to learn more about Managing Cash Flow with Steven Ness from US Bank. \nSteven Ness has spent the last 17 years living and working in banking/finance in the Las Vegas valley. He is a Business Banking Development Consultant with US Bank and also a mentor to business owners through SCORE\, a national non-profit organization. Steven enjoys giving back and volunteering in our community through his organization\, Junior Achievements\, Dress for Success\, 3 Square and CRCC. Steven has two young children and started his own company in 2020 focusing on real estate consulting and development. In his free time he enjoys exploring the joys of life with his children. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/managing-cash-flow/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210324T120000
DTSTAMP:20210205T194008Z
CREATED:20210205T194008Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210205T194008Z
UID:10000286-1616583600-1616587200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Pinpointing Your Brand and Target Market in the Wake of COVID-19
DESCRIPTION:Do you want to get more sales from the marketing you do? Learn the fundamental rules of perfecting your brand and defining your target market so you can maximize your marketing. If you plan to market your business on Shop Made in Nevada\, you will find this discussion helpful to create  consistency in your presence that will help you build your audience instead of confuse them. This workshop is perfect for business owners who want to put the right message in front of the right audience to build their customer base and convert more sales. If you are new to business\, early on in business\, considering a rebrand\, trying to navigate a pivot (because\, aren’t we all)\, or haven’t worked on your brand messaging before\, you’ll find this material especially helpful! \nPresented by Melissa Forziat. Melissa Forziat is a Southern California-based marketer\, speaker\, consultant\, and author. She teaches small businesses how to market on a budget and helps them execute their marketing strategies\, in addition to working with business organizations to train their trainers. She offers keynotes\, presentations\, workshops\, and webinars\, and her national and international speaking schedule has taken her as far as New Zealand! To date\, she has delivered 120 workshops and webinars to thousands of attendees. \nMelissa is the author of the free eBook Small Business Marketing on a Budget and former Board President of Ventures nonprofit. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/pinpointing-your-brand-and-target-market-in-the-wake-of-covid-19-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210318T143000
DTSTAMP:20210212T183438Z
CREATED:20210212T183438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T183438Z
UID:10000309-1616072400-1616077800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Planning for a Healthy Business
DESCRIPTION:A key element to running a successful business is the ability to plan for now and to plan for the future. Join us to learn more about Planning for a Healthy Business with Steven Ness from US Bank. \nSteven Ness has spent the last 17 years living and working in banking/finance in the Las Vegas valley. He is a Business Banking Development Consultant with US Bank and also a mentor to business owners through SCORE\, a national non-profit organization. Steven enjoys giving back and volunteering in our community through his organization\, Junior Achievements\, Dress for Success\, 3 Square and CRCC. Steven has two young children and started his own company in 2020 focusing on real estate consulting and development. In his free time he enjoys exploring the joys of life with his children. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/planning-for-a-healthy-business/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210311T100000
DTSTAMP:20210212T191152Z
CREATED:20210212T191152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T191152Z
UID:10000314-1615451400-1615456800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Business Women's Initiative- Let's Catch Up
DESCRIPTION:Are you a woman in business interested in addressing common business issues? It has been a year since we have been able to connect in person and we are relaunching our Business Women’s Initiative series. Join us to catch up\, check in\, and get going. This month we are meeting to hear from you and what you need! Help us decide what presentations you need this year. \n  \nThis series is supported by the U.S. Small Business Administration\, Nevada Small Business Development Center\, and the Nevada’s Women’s Business Center. \n  \n**You information will be shared with SBA Resource Partner\, Nevada’s Women’s Business Center for this event.** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/business-womens-initiative-lets-catch-up/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210304T160000
DTSTAMP:20210212T192337Z
CREATED:20210212T192337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T192337Z
UID:10000315-1614870000-1614873600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Talleres de Marketing Que Funcionan Para Su Negocio- Los Fundamentos de Marketing
DESCRIPTION:Los elementos esenciales de promoción que no puedes darte el lujo de no conocer para tener éxito en tu negocio. El mundo ha cambiado y como tal\, las estrategias para conectar con tus clientes también han cambiado. En la primera parte de esta serie\, aprenderás a identificar las ofertas comerciales\, sus fortalezas\, sus desafíos\, las oportunidades disponibles para sostener tu negocio y cómo llegar a tus clientes de manera profunda. Cubriremos los (4) Principios del Marketing y cómo estos han cambiado en un mundo tecnológicamente avanzado. Las empresas han cambiado\, sus clientes también han cambiado y para sobrevivir en el mercado debes cambiar y adaptar tus estrategias para alcanzar el éxito.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/talleres-de-marketing-que-funcionan-para-su-negocio-los-fundamentos-de-marketing/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Marketing/Sales,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210302T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210302T100000
DTSTAMP:20210120T231603Z
CREATED:20210120T231603Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T231603Z
UID:10000272-1614675600-1614679200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Actions to Take to Be Competitive for Federal Contracts
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to learn more about ten actions small business firms must take to be competitive for federal contracts. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nSo\, you want to land one of those million-dollar government contracts\, huh? So\, do all your competitors. This webinar will identify the 10 actions small firms must consider if they want to do business with the federal government. This webinar will address not only the actions which should be taken but how these actions relate to competing\, acquiring\, and performing government contracts. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/actions-to-take-to-be-competitive-for-federal-contracts/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210225T150000
DTSTAMP:20210119T173312Z
CREATED:20210119T173212Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210119T173312Z
UID:10000269-1614261600-1614265200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:An Intellectual Property Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs
DESCRIPTION:An Intellectual Property Guide for Small Businesses and Entrepreneurs \nThe area of IP is as complex as it is important\, especially for small business owners and entrepreneurs. There are cost-conscious\, reasonable steps that can and should be taken by independent companies to add value to their business and to protect their creations\, particularly in this era of online counterfeits and scams. This webinar will provide an introduction to protections available through patents\, copyright\, trademark\, and trade dress as well as the benefits of intellectual property registrations and enforcement resources. \n  \nAt the end of this webinar\, you will be able to: \n\nWhat is intellectual property and how it can benefit your business\, protect your creative works\nHow to distinguish between patents\, trade secrets\, copyright protection\, and trademarks as well as their scope\, cost\, and remedies\nHow to apply for and register copyrights\, trademarks\, and patents\nEnforcement aids and resources to strengthen your intellectual property portfolio\nHow to navigate intellectual property challenges during the COVID-19 pandemic\n\n  \nThis webinar will be presented by Caleb L. Green\, Esq.  Caleb Green is an attorney in the Dickinson Wright Las Vegas office. His practice revolves around all aspects of intellectual property law. He assists clients with brand development and identifying protectable aspects of the clients’ products\, services\, and concepts. Caleb can be reached at (702)-550-4417 or cgreen@dickinson-wright.com.  You can read more about Caleb here: https://www.dickinson-wright.com/our-people/caleb-green?tab=0. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/an-intellectual-property-guide-for-small-businesses-and-entrepreneurs/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Legal,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210224T130000
DTSTAMP:20210212T190632Z
CREATED:20210212T190632Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210212T190632Z
UID:10000313-1614168000-1614171600@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:The Top 5 PPP Myths\, Busted
DESCRIPTION:Do you think you aren’t eligible for PPP? Is there any money left? Join us for this one hour panel discussion to bust some major myths around PPP. Our panel is composed of experts from US Small Business Administration\, and banking partners from Greater Nevada Credit Union\, Meadows Bank\, and US Bank. \n \n  \nFunded in Part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-top-5-ppp-myths-busted/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Relief,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T130000
DTSTAMP:20210121T213820Z
CREATED:20210121T213606Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210121T213820Z
UID:10000066-1612263600-1612270800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series
DESCRIPTION:https://www.nativebiz.org/Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series \nThis a multi-session series. \nSession #1 2/2/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #2 2/3/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #3 2/4/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nSession #4 2/5/2111:00 AM- 1:00 PM (PST) \nIn collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, we are hosting a series of free live online classes for artists and craftsmen who are interested in learning how to sell their goods through the world’s largest marketplace for handcrafted items. This series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. Due to the high demand for this free course\, space is limited and only 40 participants will be accepted. Applicants will be kept on file and will be notified of the next scheduled series. \nThe Etsy Craft Entrepreneurship Series will help artists and craftsmen launch their own shops on Etsy to create pathways for supplemental income. Participants will learn the fundamentals of starting an online business and learn how to sell their products to new markets which is often a challenge for rural entrepreneurs. The course covers topics such as marketing\, branding\, pricing\, product photography and the technical process of opening an Etsy store. \nThe live virtual Etsy series takes place over four 2-hour sessions for a total of 8 hours of instruction. You are expected to attend all four sessions. As a participant in the class\, you will receive a workbook that contains worksheets to help you gather and organize the information you will need to properly set up your store and create an effective marketing strategy. You will also receive access to a recording walking you step-by-step through the technical aspects of opening an e-commerce account on Etsy. \n  \n**This event series requires registration with the Nevada SBDC and an application for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n  \n \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/19915/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210202T100000
DTSTAMP:20210120T213138Z
CREATED:20210120T213138Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210120T213138Z
UID:10000270-1612256400-1612260000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:The Quality Control Surveillance Plan (QASP) for Service Contracts
DESCRIPTION:In collaboration with the Indian Dispute Resolution Services (IDRS) Acorn Project\, join us to learn more about the quality control surveillance plan (QASP) for service contracts. This webinar series is open for any business owner\, regardless of Native status. \nBennie Gonzales of Supplier University has over 40 years of procurement experience as a Contracting Officer at Nellis AFB and Los Alamos National Laboratory. Bennie is a Certified Professional Contracts Manager (CPCM)\, a Certified Lead Quality Assurance Auditor\, and holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Business. Bennie provides consulting services to small business firms in the area of acquisition\, contract administration\, and/or proposal development.  He currently trains and instructs DoD and civilian agency Contracting Officers. \n  \n**This event series requires two registrations- one for Nevada SBDC and one for the IDRS Acorn Project. We appreciate your patience with this process** \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/the-quality-control-surveillance-plan-qasp-for-service-contracts/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Government Contracting,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T180000
DTSTAMP:20210116T005534Z
CREATED:20210116T005534Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T005534Z
UID:10000268-1611766800-1611770400@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Entrepreneur Network Panel: The State of Entrepreneurship in Nevada
DESCRIPTION:Confirmed Panelists: Doug Erwin (EDAWN)\, Gina Bongiovi (Vegas Chamber)\, Lt. Gov Kate Marshal. Possible panelist: Patty Herzog (GOED) \nNevada’s entrepreneurial ecosystem is still getting off the ground. So where do we go from here – and how do we get there? The panel will discuss the roles needed to build a robust\, Battle Born community that supports our home-grown entrepreneurs and businesses. Join as we welcome an esteemed panel to discuss building a robust\, battle born community that supports home-grown entrepreneurs.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/nevada-entrepreneur-network-panel-the-state-of-entrepreneurship-in-nevada/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T163000
DTSTAMP:20210116T005252Z
CREATED:20210116T005252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T005252Z
UID:10000267-1611761400-1611765000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Entrepreneur Network Panel: Start\, Recover\, Grow: How to Stay Strong and Navigate the Current Climate
DESCRIPTION:Confirmed Panelists: Jeff Saling (StartupNV)\, Rod Jorgensen (Nevada SBDC)\, David Ponraj (CEO of Startup Space) Moderator: Lily Shaw (Startup Space) \nJoin us for a discussion on how Nevada businesses can effectively start\, recover\, and grow in the current climate. Featuring Jeff Saling (StartUp NV)\, Rod Jorgensen (Nevada SBDC)\, and David Ponraj (StartUp Space)\, this experienced panel will leave you with a better understanding of how to move forward.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/nevada-entrepreneur-network-panel-start-recover-grow-how-to-stay-strong-and-navigate-the-current-climate/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T140000
DTSTAMP:20201216T193452Z
CREATED:20201216T184557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T193452Z
UID:10000057-1611752400-1611756000@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Tax Implications of CARES Funding for Businesses
DESCRIPTION:Tax season is upon us! Have you received PPP\, EIDL\, PETS\, CRAG\, NACO rural grants\, and/or other grants that you are unsure how to report? Join us for a webinar led by Tim Nelson\, CPA\, CVA\, CFE\, President of Evans\, Nelson\, & Company\, CPAs how to identify and report grants and loans on your tax documents correctly and how to know when you may need a CPAs assistance. \nTim Nelson is the Managing Partner and owner of Evans\, Nelson\, & Company. He wore many hats before deciding to serve the northern Nevada community. He has served as the CFO\, CEO\, President\, and other levels of an executive for many companies\, including a casino-gaming establishment\, a high-tech NASDAQ company\, and a frozen fruit company that was sold to Dole. Later\, he ran an insurance and financial services group of companies before working as an executive for a private equity company.  After his various adventures\, he returned to northern Nevada with the goal of using the skills he learned in order to assist small Nevada companies to build and improve their businesses. \n \n  \nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/tax-implications-of-cares-funding-for-businesses/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Disaster Relief,Taxes,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210127T120000
DTSTAMP:20210116T004913Z
CREATED:20210116T004913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210116T004913Z
UID:10000266-1611745200-1611748800@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Nevada Entrepreneur Network Orientation
DESCRIPTION:Looking for resources? Connect\, discover\, and scale with our new digital ecosystem. Discover how to effectively utilize the Nevada Entrepreneurial Network hub on Startup Space. We’ll discuss how to register and set up your profile\, as well as an overview individual tools like the Resource Compass\, Connect Now\, Knowledge Center and more!
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/nevada-entrepreneur-network-orientation/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Networking,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210121T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20210121T150000
DTSTAMP:20201216T193412Z
CREATED:20201216T184329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201216T193412Z
UID:10000056-1611235800-1611241200@nevadasbdc.org
SUMMARY:Start Smart
DESCRIPTION:With all the factors to consider when building a business\, knowing where to start your planning isn’t always obvious. It can be tempting to take a leap of faith and launch before vetting your business idea properly. To save yourself time and money\, we encourage you to Start Smart by attending this webinar on evaluating the potential of your idea before jumping into business. \nAnyone who is looking to start a business or has opened one recently is invited to attend this 90-minute virtual class on how to start your business off on the right foot. Attendees will learn about the critical first steps in starting a business and gain the knowledge they need to be successful business owners. Agenda items will include: \n\nIs entrepreneurship right for you?\nBusiness plan with a purpose\nWhat “problem” does your business solve?\nWho are your customers?\nWho are your competitors?\nWhat’s your industry?\nWhat are the risks?\nIs your idea profitable?\n\nPresented by: Jake Carrico\, Business Advisor\, Small Business Development Center\, and Tamera Brown\, Business Advisor\, Small Business Development Center \n\nJake Carrico has worked with the Nevada SBDC since 2013. He currently works out of the Reno office\, where he assists startups and existing small businesses with preparing business plans\, preparing financial projections\, buying and selling businesses\, analyzing their historical financial statements\, performing market research\, creating marketing strategies\, and navigating the startup process. Jake holds a BS in Economics and Finance along with an MBA from the University of Nevada\, Reno.\n\nTamera Brown has been a business advisor with the Nevada SBDC since 2010 and enjoys working with rural businesses and tribes. Tamera graduated with a MBA with a specialization in Marketing from Regis University in 2015. She possesses outstanding communication and organizational skills and enjoys collaborating with others to assist businesses. She is married with two daughters and two granddaughters in Colorado. When not counseling\, Tamera loves to garden and enjoys white water rafting.\n\n\n\n\nFunded in part through a Cooperative Agreement with the U.S. Small Business Administration.
URL:https://nevadasbdc.org/event/start-smart-4/
LOCATION:ONLINE\, STATEWIDE\, NV\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business Planning,Starting a Business,Webinar
ORGANIZER;CN="Nevada SBDC":MAILTO:training@nevadasbdc.org
GEO:38.8026097;-116.419389
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